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New Era of Entertainment with OpenTV ENTera - NAGRAVISION

02/04/2025

In our latest blog, Laura Rognoni explores OpenTV ENTera, the latest innovation from NAGRAVISION that's designed as a blueprint for today's streaming services.

In a recent PwC report on growth opportunities in digital media and entertainment, the return of the bundle has emerged as the most transformative strategy of recent years. Indeed, market trends suggest that there is no limit to how far operators today are willing to go to reach their consumers-across various devices, multiple subscriptions, and an array of content and services. The goal is to satisfy an ever-demanding audience by seamlessly breaking down barriers to their entertainment experience and eliminating any inconveniences that stand between them and the content they are looking to enjoy. Whether they want to play a game on their phone, watch a movie on the couch, listen to music, or shop online, the cornerstone of a good service is the ability to deliver a frictionless and immersive experience.

For NAGRAVISION this has been one of our main focus points at trade shows, such as IBC 2024 in Amsterdam and CES 2025 in Las Vegas. After all, in such a dynamic market dominated by industry giants like Disney and Netflix, operators need robust and forward-thinking solutions to remain competitive. Streaming operators face immense pressure to compete with established players, deliver high-value, cost-efficient solutions, and meet the diverse needs of their subscriber base. My colleague Tim Pearson recently said that navigating the digital entertainment landscape today requires innovation, flexibility, and a deep understanding of evolving consumer needs. Operators have a key requirement for a comprehensive yet adaptable platform that can help them thrive and cut through the noise to drive engagement with their consumers while improving loyalty and retention.

OpenTV ENTera - A Solution Blueprint for Streaming Operators OpenTV ENTera is NAGRAVISION's response to our market's most pressing challenges. An innovative, AI-powered streaming solution designed to redefine the way operators engage with subscribers and deliver high-value content. The ultimate blueprint for streaming, OpenTV ENTera is designed to empower operators with the tools they need to thrive in an increasingly competitive market. By harnessing cutting-edge technology and industry-leading partnerships, OpenTV ENTera offers consumers a seamless, personalized entertainment experience and operator's an end-to-end solution featuring the OpenTV platform, together with an array of pre-integrated solution partners and options.

The Power of the Bundle Given current market dynamics, it's not a surprise that super bundling has become a big thing again. In a recent study by Bango, a whopping 72% of subscribers admitted to feeling overwhelmed by the sheer number of streaming options and subscriptions. The market is flooded with choice but lacks a comprehensive, all-inclusive solution that combines everything into one seamless experience.

OpenTV ENTera is the consumer-first, AI-powered streaming solution that provides the most straightforward answer to the challenge of choice paralysis. Imagine a world where your entertainment is perfectly tailored to your needs. OpenTV ENTera brings both lean-back and lean-forward experiences together in one space. Lean-back experiences, where simplicity reigns, are enhanced with AI-driven personalization that serves you the right content with minimal effort. Meanwhile, lean-forward experiences, like immersive games, e-commerce integrations and reality shows with live Q&As, thrive on interactivity.

Picture this: watching a movie and instantly purchasing related merchandise, diving straight into an exciting action game inspired by the story or being redirected to social media to share your thoughts-all directly via the platform. OpenTV ENTera creates an interconnected ecosystem where there are truly no boundaries to engagement, transcending traditional entertainment and evolving into interactive storytelling. OpenTV ENTera offers a flexible, modular ecosystem that can be fully personalized to meet the unique needs of every user. By integrating advanced AI-driven recommendations, seamless content aggregation, and super bundling capabilities, supported by industry leaders like 3SS and XRoadMedia, OpenTV ENTera ensures that users have access to a diverse array of immersive content all in one place.

From Content to Engagement: The Future of Streaming The heart of this solution lies in its ability to tailor content specifically to each subscriber's viewing habits, preferences, and behavior. This level of customization not only boosts user satisfaction and NPS but also aligns perfectly with operators' needs, offering a comprehensive and adaptable solution. Using the OpenTV solution, a NAGRAVISION customer recently reported a Net Promoter Score (NPS) that is 10 points higher than the market average, based on national polls comparing TV services. This significant improvement in NPS underscores the tangible benefits of personalized experiences, that lead to higher customer loyalty, increased engagement, and a stronger competitive edge.

NAGRAVISION is committed to supporting operators through the ever-evolving digital landscape. Our dedication to innovation and sustained value shines through in every aspect of OpenTV ENTera. As the industry continues to change, we're focused on leveraging advanced AI for personalized experiences, enhancing video metadata, and providing insightful customer diagnostics and support. We're also pioneering new vertical video formats and freemium upsell strategies to engage and retain users from budget mobile services.

OpenTV ENTera tackles complex integration challenges head-on, delivering a fully bespoke, end-to-end experience centered on a UX that's familiar in design but uniq
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